Level Up!: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts

Connor taps into something that genuinely excites young musicians without compromising the musical substance. The layered approach here, driving percussion, bold low brass foundation, triumphant trumpet melody, gives every section moments to shine, which translates to invested rehearsals and confident performances.

The opening surges with video game intensity, percussion driving forward, low brass anchoring the weight, before a sweeping, triumphant melody lifts everything into the light. It's propulsive and heroic without ever losing sight of what young players can deliver.

Grade 2 bands with solid fundamentals and appetite for contemporary themes will gravitate toward this work. It suits groups preparing for concert or festival settings who want something that energizes both players and audiences.

• Balance the opening percussion and low brass intensity against the woodwind contributions; the rhythm section should anchor without overwhelming the texture.
• Bring the trumpet melody forward with a singing tone during the triumphant section; this is your emotional peak and needs space to resonate.
• Mark articulations precisely across the band to maintain the video game energy; crisp attacks in the faster passages will sharpen the overall effect.
• Let each section hear how their part connects to the larger harmonic picture during sectional rehearsals, especially the supporting figures in winds and brass.

This works beautifully as an opening number on a concert where you want immediate energy and engagement, or as a centerpiece that showcases your band's range. Pair it with ballad or chorale work to show your musicians' dynamic control across a full program.

• Balancing independent part lines within an ensemble texture
• Articulation control across sustained passages and rhythmic figures
• Dynamic contrast between rhythmic intensity and melodic singing
• Listening to and supporting harmonic layers beyond their own voice